Vietnam Book and Reading Culture Festival 2022 opens
The Vietnam book and reading culture festival 2022 officially kicked off on April 15 at the National Library of Vietnam in Hanoi to celebrate the Vietnam Book and Reading Culture Day (April 21) and the World Book and Copyright Day (April 23).
As many as 1,000 book titles are being displayed on the occasion in the National Library of Vietnam. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The Vietnam book and reading culture festival 2022 officially kicked off on April 15 at the National Libraryof Vietnam in Hanoi to celebrate the Vietnam Book and Reading Culture Day(April 21) and the World Book and Copyright Day (April 23).
Addressing the opening ceremony, Director of the National Library of Vietnam Kieu Thuy Nga said theevent aims to encourage and develop the reading movement in the community.
Through the event, the organisers hope to raise public awareness of the importanceof reading for improving knowledge and skills, developing thinking and educating and fostering personality, and help gradually build reading habits in families, schools, agencies, organisations and communities,Nga said.
🌠 It also aims to honour organisations and individuals that have contributed tothe development of books and reading culture, and raise the responsibility ofthe whole society in developing reading culture in Vietnam, sheadded.
At the opening ceremony (Photo: VNA)
The festival features face-to-faceand livestream activities to suit the needs of people and readers toaccess information amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
As many as 1,000 book titles are being displayed on the occasion in the National Library of Vietnam.
In the framework of the event, a number of meetingsand talk shows with writers are also arranged, along with a writing contest for young people to express their perception of a book.
An online awarding ceremony was held for winners of a book-basedpainting contest for students aged 6-13 in Hanoi.
꧅ On the occasion, the embassies of 10 Spanish-speaking countries in Vietnampresented books to the National Library of Vietnam./.
Activities within the framework of Vietnam Book and Reading Culture Day 2022 will take place from March 15 to April 30 under a plan which has been released by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
The Reading Culture Ambassador Contest 2022 is expected to be launched on April 1, aiming to boost the reading culture among the young generation, contributing to the creation of a learning society.
The Reading Culture Ambassador Contest 2022 was launched in at the December 19 book street in Hanoi on April 1, part of the activities celebrating the Vietnam Book and Reading Culture Day this year.
Vietnam Book and Reading Culture Day 2022, the first of its kind, will take place with various activities this month, especially from April 15 to May 1.
The Trans-Vietnam Book Fair is being held for the first time from April 12-17 in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue, in response to the Vietnam Book and Reading Culture Day 2022 (April 21).
Nguyen Trong Nha Uyen has made history for Vietnam’s dancesport by clinching a bronze medal in the solo Latin category at the WDSF World Championship 2025 in Germany.
The ambassador noted that among the 300,000 Vietnamese residing in the RoK, around 3,000 are living in Pyeongtaek and contributing actively to the local economy. Ho expressed his hope that the local authorities will continue support the overseas Vietnamese community in the city.
This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee. The outcome shows the trust and recognition that member states have given Vietnam for its efforts and achievements in carrying out and promoting the Convention, as well as for its active role, strong standing, and growing credibility at UNESCO.
Quang Duc pottery is known for its wide range of forms, including wine bottles, jars, lime pots, vases, plant pots, incense burners and candle stands. Decorative motifs are equally rich, featuring mythical creatures, pastoral scenes, floral patterns, deer, peacocks, bats and more.
Vietnam’s cinematic appeal lies in its diverse settings, from terraced mountains and limestone karsts to bustling markets and ancient towns. Its mix of ethnic vibes, buzzing street life, and old traditions gives directors a goldmine for storytelling.
The Vietnamese team will gather on June 26 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, where they will train until July 14 before departing for Indonesia for the ASEAN U23 Championship 2025, which runs from July 15 to 29. Vietnam will face Laos on July 19 and Cambodia on July 22 in the group stage.
The exhibition showcases more than 100 valuable documents and artifacts, divided into two main parts: “Journalist Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh” and “President Ho Chi Minh – Founder and Mentor of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press.” This is an opportunity to recall the late leader’s journalism journey and affirm his exceptional role in founding and guiding the revolutionary press in Vietnam.
For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.
Eight teams will join the tournament, divided into two groups. Group A features Vietnam, the Philippines, Sichuan Club (China), and Australia, while Group B consists of Vietnam U21, Korabelka Club (Russia), Taiwan (China), and U21 Thailand.
Despite strong home support and high expectations, Vietnam were unable to overcome the defending champions, who secured their third consecutive win over Vietnam in a regional final, following previous victories in 2014 and 2023.
The event, part of Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy strategy through 2030, was jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela and USM’s Faculty of International Relations. It attracted thousands of students from universities across Venezuela.
For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.
The contest carried deep meaning as it was the first time the life of Vietnamese women abroad had been highlighted as the central theme, said poet and writer Nguyen Quang Thieu, Chairman of the Vietnam Writers’ Association.
The event formed part of Vietnam’s ongoing campaign to seek UNESCO World Heritage status for the complex at the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, scheduled to take place in Paris in July.
Creative cultural festivals are fast emerging as a new catalyst for tourism development in Vietnam, as localities increasingly invest in these vibrant events on a more systematic and larger scale.
This marks the first time Vietnam has hosted a continental-level Muay event which will feature competitions across 28 weight categories in combat and eight performance categories.
Coming to the Vietnamese booth, visitors had the chance to take part in a bamboo dance, a workshop on painting woven bamboo or rattan, or quizzes about Vietnam.
As many as 1,000 book titles are being displayed on the occasion in the National Library of Vietnam. (Photo: VNA) 
At the opening ceremony (Photo: VNA) 
